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Certified 911 Dispatcher

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City of Winchester

Winchester, VA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/19/2026

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Job Description

This position is for a Full-Time certified 911 Dispatcher. Salary will depend on experience/qualifications. The City of Winchester is seeking a Full-Time certified, skilled and dependable Emergency Communications Specialist to support public safety operations. This part-time role is responsible for receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls while maintaining professionalism and accuracy in high-pressure situations. Ability to work varying shifts, flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular reliable attendance Answers emergency and non-emergency calls, requests for service including law enforcement, fire and emergency medical assistance Receives and transmits messages by radio and tracks all apparatus/units through Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Utilizes multiple maps to confirm locations and assist both internal and external customers Prioritizes and dispatches emergency responders and/or appropriate resources
Minimum Requirements:
  • DCJS Certification
  • Priority Dispatch Certification
  • 3 years of emergency communications dispatch experience
Key Qualifications:
  • Strong communication and multitasking skills
  • Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
  • Commitment to public service and teamwork The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.

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